Unarmed Security Officer- Decatur, AL

Marksman Security Corporation; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Career growth opportunities

Skills-enhancing training

Job summary

Marksman Security Corporation in Decatur is hiring for Unarmed Security Officers on a full-time night shift (11pm-7am, Sat-Wed). This role involves protecting client properties, controlling access, monitoring CCTV, and responding to incidents to ensure safety and order.

The position requires a High School diploma or GED, a valid Security License, and the ability to pass background and drug screening. Bi-lingual is a plus; English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and 1 year prior satisfactory employment as a security officer or directly related experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid Security License as required by the state and driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English; bilingual is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Train and qualify to work assigned post and understand post instructions.
• Maintain access control procedures set by building management.
• Utilize access control, visitor management, and CCTV systems as needed.
• Identify tenants and visitors upon arrival and ensure proper sign-in.
• Record data on incidents, damages, and equipment malfunction clearly and accurately.
• Provide excellent customer service to all parties on duty.
• Perform general property patrols and respond to incidents as required.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Access control systems

CCTV systems

Visitor management systems

Job description

Marksman Security is built on serving our clients and building careers - just like yours. We are trusted by some of the most well-known companies and properties in the country while remaining dedicated to building personalized security solutions that solve the needs of every customer we support. Named as a nationally recognized Top Workplace in 2024 and 2025 by USA Today, Marksman's customized approach to security services will provide you with the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed. Our core values of being Unified, Transparent, Innovative, Committed and Accountable help us in providing unparalleled service and support in all that we do. If you are looking for a meaningful career, a culture of excellence, and the ability to make a difference, we want to talk to you!

Now Hiring: Unarmed Security Officers

Location: Decatur

Pay: $18.00/Hour

Shift: Full Time | 3rd shift 11pm-7am | Saturday- Wednesday

Employer: Marksman Security Corporation

Hiring Immediately

Responsibilities:

• Train and qualify to work assigned post. Understands the specific and general post instructions for that assigned post. Maintain practical knowledge of all additional and emergency post instructions that are called for by the client.
• Maintain access control procedures set by building management.
• Effectively utilize access control systems, visitor management systems and CCTV systems as needed.
• Identify all tenants and/or visitors upon arrival.
• Ensure visitors and vendors are properly signed in prior to accessing the building.
• Observe departing personnel to guard against theft of tenant or building property.
• Monitor security cameras that are within the facility.
• Respond to incidents including property emergencies.
• Conduct general patrols of the entire property during various hours, if required, including numerous flights of stairs and frequent patrols of the exterior in any weather conditions.
• Ability to stand/sit/walk for extended periods of time.
• Assist tenants and visitors with directions and general business information.
• Clearly and accurately record data such as property damage, unusual occurrences, and malfunctioning of equipment, to building and management.
• Maintain clear, accurate logs pertaining to people or property including packages.
• Provide excellent Customer Service to all parties encountered while on duty.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

High School diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1 year prior satisfactory employment as a security officer or directly related experience. Must be at least 21 years of age.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Valid Security License as required by the state and driver's license.

Language Skills:

Must have the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English. Bi-lingual considered a plus.

Other Qualifications:

Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check. Must maintain a working telephone number though which we can contact you.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands are based on the contract and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A list of these job duties is inclusive of, but not limited to: candidates must be able to stand for extended periods of time; be able to lift, push, and/or pull at least 50 lbs.; be able to accommodate foot patrols on the interior & exterior of the assigned facility; be able to perform assigned duties regardless of inclement weather.

Pay and Benefits

of Security Officers:

• 18.00 / hour
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Medical and Dental insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and promotion
• Skills-enhancing training

EOE/M/F/D/V

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